AY Makun, Harrysong, and other shocking celebrity divorces in 2024

AY Makun, Harrysong, and other shocking celebrity divorces in 2024

The year 2024 will not be forgotten in as hurry as it has been an eventful year for many Nigerian celebrity marriages. While some celebrated new unions, others ended theirs after years together.

The picture-perfect moments and sweet posts on social media can often be misleading, as many of these celebrities were struggling behind closed doors. These breakups have sparked widespread discussions and debates among social media users who picture these marriages as a yardstick for theirs.

Glamsquad looks at three shocking celebrity marriages that crashed in 2024.

Folorunsho and Modupe Alakija

On March 10, 2024, news emerged that  Folorunsho Alakija and her husband, Modupe Alakija, separated after 30 remarkable years of marriage.

Renowned as Africa’s richest woman and the force behind The Rose of Sharon Group and Famfa Oil Limited, Folorunsho’s split sent ripples through the hearts of Nigerians who admired her as a beacon of strength and success.

Married since 1976, the Alakijas built a life together, raising four sons and weathering countless challenges. Their enduring partnership was celebrated as a model of love and resilience, making their separation jarring.

The couple have remained silent on social media leaving fans stunned and hoping for reconciliation.

AY and Mabel Makun

AY Makun's marriage allegedly hits the rock

The blissful union between the King of Box office and ace comedian Ayodeji Richard Makun and his wife, Mabel ended in the twinkle of an eye.

The truth is the marriage has been tearing apart in trickles. The couple who have been together for over two decades were the envy of many. However, a lot goes on behind closed doors that we know nothing about.

On the 8th of April, Ay spoke about the rumours surrounding his marriage to Mabel, which were sparked by claims of infidelity and separation. Sadly he admitted to these rumours and noted that he is not proud of them.

The father of two revealed that he had reached a point where he could no longer share family issues with the public. He also cautioned against assumptions and stressed that strength and weakness of a marriage is not defined by public display.

In a lengthy Instagram post, he wrote

He wrote;

“Many people believe that staying silent simply means that one is incapable of dealing with issues. Projecting a negative narrative against someone who is not struggling to defend himself doesn’t mean he is weak.

“Some of us are just logical enough to understand the difference between opinions, values, beliefs, and facts. The personality and ability that I possess simply confirm that i have reached that stage in my life where I can not be entertaining the public with deep personal family issues. They just might be too much to handle concerning the individuals involved.

“Not even when I have a grown-up daughter who has access to social media. Her mental health needs to be protected from seeing things she can not be proud of online.

“Yes! Without compromising my family, I have found myself doing some things that I am not proud of today. It is one thing to watch my friendship/marriage of 20 years slip off my hands, but it’s another thing for the parties involved to understand how to appropriate the blame in a space that is designed for most women to always play the victims and win. I can tell you for free that no one is completely innocent enough to cast stones. “Presently, I am loving the way that lies about me in all these blogs are travelling faster than the truth. But my painful truth will eventually beat away all the lies.”

Mabel on her path broke her silence and confirmed that her once beautiful marriage had indeed ended.

The interior decorator however noted that out of respect for her kids, she will not address the many lies spread against her

“However, my silence should not be misunderstood and also the father of my children whom I have been with for some years deserves a certain level respect and privacy from me and all the concerned parties. “Most importantly because of our children whose mental health and general well being should be prioritized.

“Many lies have been peddled against me and attack orchestrated on the social media space but I will honour my kids with my silence and not address any of these lies.

“Although my dreams of a lifelong marriage has taken a different direction now, I’m committed to moving forward with grace and resilience. I have faith in a brighter future for both myself and the children. “Despite the rumors or opinions, I find comfort in the belief that all will be well.

“While it’s unexpected for things to end this way, I quietly ask for guidance from my faith as I step into this new chapter of life. Also as we navigate this change,I ask for your help in creating an atmosphere of respect and understanding. This is a challenging period, and I ask for privacy and consideration as we (my ex-husband and I) find our own path forward.

“I wish him the very best in his journey as well. “God bless us all.”

It is worth noting that in November, news emerged that the estranged couple are in a child custody battle over their second child, Ayomide. According to reports, Mabel refuses phone or physical contact between AY and Ayomide. However, once Mabel leaves the house, the nanny calls AY on phone to have a father-daughter moment. Sadly, Mabel caught them on a random day and sent the nanny packing immediately.

AY and Mabel got married in November 2008 and welcomed their first child Michelle. Thirteen years later, they were blessed with a second child, Ayomide, in January 2022.

Harrysong and Alexer Peres

Singer and songwriter, Harrison Tare Okiri better known as Harrysong and his wife, Alexer Peres made headlines this year after they aired their marital issues on social media. Their marriage hit the rocks in February after a leaked chat revealed how Harrysong threatened to stop taking care of Alexer if she failed to abort her pregnancy. He further stated that he wouldn’t be responsible for the unborn child since she abandoned his grandmother.

As the chat got heated up, Alexer questioned Harrysong whether the women being pimped to him were better than her. Shockingly, the singer affirmed they were and went on to praise his side chicks.

Harrysong addressed the situation, admitting that it was challenging for the couple. He appealed to the public for understanding and respect for their privacy.

Things took a dramatic turn after Alexer opened up about their marital woes. She revealed that Harrysong had admitted that he had married her out of pity. She further disclosed that he repeatedly cheated on her and this led to multiple infections. She further alleged that Harrysong physically assaulted her. She also tagged him a deadbeat father.

Reacting, Harrysong vowed to expose everything hidden to the public. He fingered Nollywood actress, Destiny Etiko and her mother as the mastermind behind Alexer’s behaviour and alleged plans to sabotage him. Keeping to his promise via his Instagram page, Harrysong revealed that he ended a 10-year relationship to marry Alexer, only to discover she was allegedly cheating on him and got pregnant for another man.

He expressed regret over marrying into his Alexer’s family, alleging that infidelity is a pattern in their lineage. He stated that her mother, who has been married seven times is still reportedly unfaithful.

In March, Alexer announced that she had lost her pregnancy. On her Instagram story, she wrote “My innocent little one had to go through it too. I’m in so much pain. God, I am tired. Pregnancy loss”.

In May, Alexer responded to Harrysong’s infidelity claims; she debunked Harrysong’s allegations, clarifying that her mother had only remarried once after her father’s death. She further challenged the singer to provide evidence of her alleged infidelity.

Turning the tables, Alexer claimed that it was Harrysong’s mother who had six children with six different men out of wedlock. She further alleged that Harrysong was a product of incest and that he bedwets.

“Do you all know that Harrysong bed wets? Yes celebrity wey Dey piss for body.

“Oh so sorry to break it to u all. I also get to deal with this daily, while calling him my lord.

“You said I convinced you to get married to me? A 20 years old girl, convincing a full grown man to get married to her?

“Please make me understand, never knew I was married to a robot, Who couldn’t make decisions for himself. Same you who told me your ex-girlfriend used charms on you.

“And now your eyes are open since u met me So it’s now me that forced marriage on you, really?

“I never knew my mum married 6 husbands wow, chronic narcissist.

“My mum only remarried when she lost her husband, as i speak, she is happily married, with her dowry paid in full.

“Since when did it become a crime for a widow to remarry? And what does the words ’till death do us part’ mean?

“Pained soul why are u trying to project your insecurities on me? We all know your mum gave birth to 6 children for 6 different men.
None of which she was married to.

“And you, a product of incest. Imagine having 5 siblings and you don’t know who their fathers are.”

In July, Alexer caused a buzz on social media after she shared a suicidal post which she quickly deleted. The post featured an image of a popular insecticide accompanied by two sad emojis.

Harrysong and Alexer tied the knot in March 2022. The couple has two daughters: Daviva, born in 2021, and Purity, born in December 2022.

The rising rate of divorces highlights that marriage is not a do-or-die commitment that must result in collateral damage for the couple or family members. If life has taught us anything, it’s that the promise of “forever together” in marriage doesn’t always match reality.

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